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Francisco Jiménez de Cisneros: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Gonzalo Jiménez de Cisneros
Born 1436 ‱ Spain
Died November 8, 1517 (aged 81) ‱ Spain
Role In Spanish Inquisition

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